funbook-pk Chapter 575: Longevity Banquet Family Dinner
Chapter 575: Longevity Banquet Family Dinner
When the emperor heard Su Peisheng's report that Shen Meizhuang came to deliver soup, his brows unconsciously frowned slightly.
The imperial physician was just invited to Yonghe Palace yesterday, so why did she run to the Yangxin Palace so restlessly today?
Could it be that Concubine He’s previous experience was not enough to alert her and make her learn to be more cautious?
The emperor's eyes inadvertently swept across An Lingrong who was sitting upright on the chair, and his dissatisfaction with Shen Meiyu increased a little.
However, he also knew that Shen Meizhuang was about to give birth next month, and he couldn't embarrass her at this time.
The emperor was silent for a moment and spoke in a calm tone.
"Su Peisheng, go and let Huipin in."
A moment later, Shen Meizhuang, supported by Qing Juhua, slowly stepped into the main hall, followed by Su Peisheng carrying a food box.
"I pay my respects to His Majesty the Emperor and His Majesty the Imperial Concubine Shu!"
Even though the emperor had some opinions about Shen Meizhuang, he still spoke.
"Please stand up, Huipin."
He silently made a note of Shen Meizhuang in his heart and decided to wait until the child was born.
An Lingrong nodded kindly towards Shen Meiyu as a greeting.
But Shen Meizhuang seemed to have forgotten the soup she brought, and she spoke with a smile.
"Your Highness, Consort Shu, has come to see the Emperor at this hour, but are you here to ask for instructions on how to celebrate His Majesty's Longevity?"
"Longevity Festival?"
The emperor, who was so busy that he was confused, couldn't help but repeat it.
As soon as Shen Meizhuang opened her mouth, An Lingrong knew that she was going to take advantage of the situation.
Her heart sank. This man was going to cause trouble on the birthday celebration!
"Your Majesty, next month is your birthday. I wanted to wait until you had reviewed the annual gift list before proposing it, but unexpectedly, Huipin got there first."
An Lingrong smiled softly.
"I thought that since we had a grand celebration for the Emperor's birthday last year, it would be better to hold a smaller banquet this time. What do you think, Your Majesty?"
The fewer people who come to the party, the less likely it is to go wrong.
Even if it is embarrassing, it can be controlled within a certain range.
The emperor has always practiced frugality, and he nodded in agreement.
"What Concubine Shu said is that this year's Wanshou Festival should be kept simple. So let's invite a few relatives to hold a small family banquet."
"I obey my orders."
When An Lingrong saw a smile on Shen Meizhuang's face, she felt something in her heart.
"Your Majesty, Madam Shen has come to the palace to assist Concubine Hui in her childbirth. Since this Wanshou banquet is a family banquet, may Madam Shen also attend?"
Seeing Shen Meizhuang was about to speak, she quickly spoke again.
"The banquet is crowded and messy. Madam Shen is Huipin's mother, so she will surely take good care of her."
The emperor, who had already felt that Shen Meizhuang was not well-behaved, felt that this was a good idea after An Lingrong reminded him.
He smiled and gave instructions to Shen Meizhuang.
"What Noble Concubine Shu said makes sense. Everyone in the harem is here to attend the Wanshou Festival. It's not good to leave Madam Shen alone in Yonghe Palace."
"Princess Hui, please remember to bring Madam Shen to attend the Wanshou Festival."
Since the emperor had spoken, Shen Meizhuang had no choice but to agree.
"Thank you very much for your grace, Your Majesty."
The emperor waved his hand at her and said, "I have something important to discuss with Concubine Shu. You are pregnant and it is not suitable for you to stand for long. I will ask Su Peisheng to take you back."
"I thank Your Majesty for your consideration. This ginseng chicken soup has been stewing for some time. Please use as much as Your Majesty wants."
Before leaving, Shen Meizhuang finally remembered the excuse she had made.
"Huipin is thoughtful."
This chicken soup reminded the emperor of Shen Meizhuang's inappropriate pursuit of favor, and he said it casually.
"Su Peisheng, please tell Madam Shen that Huipin is pregnant and is very pregnant. If she wants to travel, please ask Madam Shen to accompany her and take care of her."
"Yes, I obey."
Su Peisheng extended his hand respectfully and asked Shen Meizhuang to follow him out.
As soon as he left the Yangxin Palace, he congratulated Shen Meizhuang with a smile.
"Congratulations, Madam Hui, congratulations, Madam Shen, the fact that the Emperor has granted Madam Shen permission to attend the royal family banquet is enough to show how satisfied he is with you."
"If you give birth to a prince in the future, you will surely be favored by the Emperor."
However, he silently complained in his heart: Concubine Hui, you should just stay in Yonghe Palace and wait to give birth to the baby, and don't run all the way to the Yangxin Palace.
The biting cold wind really blew into my heart, and I don’t know if I will have diarrhea later.
As soon as Su Peisheng arrived at Yonghe Palace, he couldn't wait to convey the emperor's intentions to Mrs. Shen.
After all, Mrs. Shen had experienced the baptism of life. As soon as she heard it, she knew that the emperor was dissatisfied with her daughter's sending of soup, and hurriedly stuffed a big purse into Su Peisheng's hand.
"Thank you, Eunuch Su, for expressing your gratitude to the Emperor on my behalf."
"It's freezing outside, but the father-in-law personally escorted the queen back. This is a small token of his appreciation. Please have a pot of wine to warm yourself up."
"Mrs. Shen is too polite. It is my responsibility to escort the Empress back to the palace."
Su Peisheng refused twice before accepting the purse.
As soon as he touched it, he knew that there was a stack of banknotes inside.
Shen Zishan was assisting in border defense in Jeju, and he was indeed good at making money as his subordinates said.
Su Peisheng did not stay for long and hurried back to the Yangxin Palace.
When he met An Lingrong at Yangxin Gate, he walked up to her happily and greeted her.
"Empress Shu, it's very cold outside. Why don't you stay in the Yangxin Palace for a while longer? Wait until the sun rises higher and it gets warmer before returning."
"Thank you for your kindness, Eunuch Su. I have some things to arrange, so I won't stay long."
An Lingrong smiled and gave another instruction.
"Yongshou Palace always makes soup in winter. If Eunuch Su is free someday, he must come and have a few bowls."
Su Peisheng responded with a smile.
"I have long been longing for the rich soup cooked by the Imperial Concubine in her palace. I will definitely come to ask for it one day."
Watching An Lingrong and her group walk away, Xiao Dongzi muttered to himself.
"Master, the Imperial Concubine has sincerely invited you, why don't you go and have a bowl of hot soup? I heard that Miss Baoge is making mutton bone soup this time. After drinking a bowl of soup, your whole body will be warmed up."
Upon hearing this, Su Peisheng slapped his apprentice, who was only thinking about eating, on the shoulder.
"Don't forget where we are serving you! If you keep thinking about that bite of food, do you believe it or not, Master, I will throw you into the pot and boil you to make soup?"